The Mitsubishi Ki-46 was a twin-engine reconnaissance aircraft that was used by the Imperial Japanese Army in World War II. Its Army Shiki designation was Type 100 Command Reconnaissance Aircraft ( 一〇〇式司令部偵察機 ); the Allied brevity code name was " Dinah ".

Here is the photograph of an 18th Dokuritsu Hiko Chutai (DHC - Independent Flying or Flight Squadron) Ki-46 believed to be the basis for the LS box art (and numerous profiles). On the original print the dark patch of camouflage on the tail appears to …

Jun 3, 2015 · Ki-46-II of 2nd Dokuritsu Hikotai - with only a single Katakana character ス ('Su') on the rudder this aircraft is distinguished by its unusual camouflage scheme of dark green sworls and dabs - a painting challenge!

The Mitsubishi Ki-46 was designed as a fast and high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft. In the early stages of the Pacific War, Allied fighters had difficulty intercepting the Dinah because of its speed.

The following illustrations come from various aircraft model kit box tops. They are shown to give you alternate views of the aircraft, or to show possible paint schemes.

Dec 16, 2015 · Hat tip to Aviation of Japan's Texas correspondent Mark Smith for providing a link to an interesting wartime film showing the Mitsubishi Ki-46-II Dinah in operation. Of note is the very pristine and semi-gloss finish of the paintwork - no salt treatment paint wear in evidence!

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Museum staff have carefully reproduced the structure and appearance of the aircraft, using paint samples to match the new colours wherever possible. The result is stunning. 23 photographs are categorised, captioned and thumbnailed below. To view an image at …